1960 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1972 Mazda Luce is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 562 kg more than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Mazda |
| Model | Bianchina | Luce |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |
